binary-coded decimal

A decimal number encoded in such a way that each decimal digit is represented by its own binary sequence, simplifying conversion between binary and decimal, and allowing exact representation of decimal fractions.

Noun

  1. A decimal number encoded in such a way that each decimal digit is represented by its own binary sequence, simplifying conversion between binary and decimal, and allowing exact representation of decimal fractions.

Forms

binary-coded decimals

Synonyms

BCD

Hypernyms

decimal